Together With
I have a potentially embarrassing question for the room.
Where did axolotls come from? I feel like the came out of nowhere and now I see them everywhere.
Let's get to it!
- Landon Huslig
Together with the Sedgwick County Zoo
Summer is here and it’s hot out, which makes it the perfect time for a trip to the Sedgwick County Zoo.
This is also the final year to experience the Stingray exhibit, so don’t miss your chance to see these incredible animals up close.
Admission to view the stingrays is free with zoo entry, and for just a few dollars you can even feed them. It’s a hands-on experience kids (and adults) won’t forget before the exhibit swims away for good (this is the final year of the exhibit).
Or just visit the zoo because it is awesome, the weather is nice, and you need to get the kids out of the house.
Weekend
⚾ NBC World Series Opening Night & Tournament
Eck Stadium & Equity Bank Park | July 23–Aug 1 | 🎟
Wichita's beloved 10-day amateur baseball tradition returns for its 92nd year with 35 games featuring top collegiate and semi-pro teams.
⚾ Wind Surge Home Stand
Equity Bank Park | July 23–26 | 🎟
Catch the Twins Double-A affiliate play a home series at the riverside ballpark in downtown Wichita.
🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster
Lowe's, E Kellogg | July 23, 12pm; Atwood's, Andover | July 24, 11am; HTeaO, Tyler Rd | July 25, 11am
The Shark Tank-famous food truck rolls into Wichita with wild-caught Maine lobster rolls, bisque, and tacos.
💍 Wichita Bridal Expo
Century II | July 25–26, 10am–4pm (Sat), 12–4pm (Sun)
Meet 150+ wedding vendors, catch live bridal fashion shows, and score deals for your big day.
🐴 USPA Players Cup
Fairfield Polo Club | July 25–26
Watch high-level USPA-sanctioned polo at one of the oldest continuously operating polo clubs in the country.
🌻 Sunflower Summer
Exploration Place | July 9–Aug 2 | Free (Kansas students & one adult)
Kansas K–12 students and one adult get free all-access admission to Exploration Place and nearly 20 other Wichita attractions.
Thursday 7/23
🏀 TBT: AfterShocks vs. The Enchantment, Game 2
Charles Koch Arena | 8pm | 🎟 Tickets
Defending champs AfterShocks face New Mexico alumni The Enchantment in this live-on-FS2 winner-take-all $2 million tournament game.
🍺 The More You Gnome: Trivia Night
Hopping Gnome | 7:30pm | Free
Test your knowledge at this fan-favorite weekly trivia night in the taproom.
🎵 Vinyl Night
Pennant Coffee & Good Company | 7pm | Free
Spin records and sip on drinks at this laid-back community vinyl listening night.
🎯 DJ Trivia
54 Craft & Co | 7pm | Free
Join in on a high-energy DJ-hosted trivia night at this local craft brewery.
🍽️ Wichita Life Dinner Club
Various | 6:30pm | Tickets
Gather with fellow Wichita Life readers for a communal dining experience at a rotating local restaurant.
Friday 7/24
🎨 Art for Tots
Wichita City Arts | 10am | Free
A hands-on art program for young children to explore creativity through age-appropriate projects.
🎄 Christmas in July
Hopping Gnome | 3pm
Celebrate mid-year holiday cheer with festive drinks and seasonal fun at this beloved Wichita brewery.
⚾ Wind Surge Suite Night
The Ninth Floor | 4pm
Enjoy pre-game festivities and elevated views of the game night from this downtown Wichita private club.
🍑 Peach Jam and Dog Days
Meadowlark Farm Orchard & Cidery | 4pm | Free
A laid-back summer afternoon of fresh peaches, cider, and dogs on the farm.
🏎️ Beat the Heat: Test and Tune
Kansas International Dragway | 5pm
Take your car down the track or watch others make timed runs on a fun Friday night drag racing event.
🎬 Riverflix: The Parent Trap
Exploration Place Amphitheater | 6pm | Free
Bring a blanket and watch the classic 1998 film under the stars at Wichita's free weekly outdoor movie series.
😂 Live Improv Comedy with Speakeasy
Flying Pig | 8pm
Catch a night of spontaneous, audience-driven improv comedy from Wichita's own Speakeasy troupe.
🛼 Adult Skate Night
Carousel Skate | 9:30pm | 🎟 $10, $4 for skates
Lace up and hit the rink for a late-night adults-only skating session.
Saturday 7/25
🏋️ What the Healthy 2026
Naftzger Park | 8am | Free
A community wellness festival celebrating fitness, health vendors, and good vibes in downtown Wichita.
🌷 Tulips and Tequila Vol. 3
Downtown Wichita | All Day
A floral-themed bar crawl through downtown Wichita venues featuring themed drinks and festive fun.
🌽 Kansas Grown Farmers Market & Tomato Fest
21st & Ridge | 7am | Free
Shop local produce and celebrate peak tomato season at this popular weekly farmers market.
🛍️ Old Town Farm & Art Market
Downtown Wichita | 8am | Free
Browse fresh produce, handmade goods, and local art at this beloved Saturday market in Old Town.
🌽 Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Andover | 8am | Free
Pick up fresh, locally grown produce and goods at the Andover location of this statewide market series.
🛒 Paramount Marketplace Antiques Outdoor Vintage Market
Paramount Marketplace, 13th St | 9am | Free
Hunt for vintage furniture, collectibles, and unique finds at this outdoor antique market.
🥁 Shocker Sound Machine Drumline Camp
Duerksen Fine Arts Center, WSU | 9am | 🎟 Tickets
Young drummers learn marching percussion skills from the Wichita State drumline in a one-day camp setting.
🧘 Flow by the Fountain with Club Pilates
Bradley Fair | 9am | Free
Join an outdoor Pilates session in the fresh air at one of Wichita's premier outdoor shopping destinations.
👴 All States Home Improvement Wichita Senior Resource Fair
Downtown Wichita | 9am | Free
Seniors can connect with local resources, services, and vendors offering home improvement and wellness info.
📚 Saturday Story Time
Bradley Fair | 10:30am | Free
A fun weekly storytime for little ones in the heart of this popular Wichita shopping center.
🏎️ Drag Racing Bracket Race #3
Kansas Speedway | 12pm
Watch or compete in the third bracket race of the season on the dragstrip at Kansas Speedway.
🎨 Make Your Mark: Georgia O'Keeffe's Leaves of a Plant
Mark Arts | 2pm | 🎟 Tickets
A hands-on art workshop inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe's iconic botanical work, open to all skill levels.
🎶 Summerfest 26
Wave | 6pm | 🎟 Tickets
A summer music celebration at one of Wichita's top live music venues.
🏴☠️ Night of Treasures: Silver Seas
Museum of World Treasures | 6pm | 🎟 Tickets
A themed after-hours evening of pirate lore, sea mythology, food, games, and treasure hunts inside the museum.
🎄 Wichita Christmas in July Bar Crawl 2026
Tor Brewing | 6pm | 🎟 Tickets
Kick off this festive bar crawl through downtown Wichita with holiday-themed drinks in the heat of summer.
😂 Live Improv Comedy with Speakeasy
Flying Pig | 8pm | 🎟 Tickets
Another night of quick-thinking, audience-fueled improv comedy from Wichita's Speakeasy troupe.
Sunday 7/26
🎳 9-Pin No-Tap Charity Tournament Benefiting Kansas Humane Society
Bowlero | 11am | 🎟 Tickets
Roll for a great cause at this second annual no-tap bowling tournament raising funds for the Kansas Humane Society.
🍺 Art & Ale Pop Up Market
Norton's Brewing Co | 11am | Free
Browse local art and handmade goods while enjoying craft beer at this casual pop-up market.
🕰️ Summer Break Program: Clock-wise Tower Tours & Activity
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum | 1pm | Museum Admission
A family-friendly summer program featuring a guided tower tour and clock-themed activity at the downtown museum.
⛳ Parent/Junior 9-Hole Tournament
Tex Consolver Golf Course | All Day | 🎟 Tickets
Parents and their young golfers team up for a fun nine-hole round at this city course.
☕ Bloom Summer Market
Bloom Coffee Co | 9am | Free
Shop local makers and artisan vendors while sipping coffee at this charming neighborhood café market.
🧴 Environ Skincare Workshop
Downtown Wichita | 1pm | 🎟 Tickets
Learn about professional skincare techniques and Environ products in this hands-on workshop setting.
🎄 Singo Sunday: Christmas in July Edition
Hopping Gnome | 3pm | Free
Sing along to holiday tunes in the summer heat at this festive edition of the popular music bingo game.
🎯 Sunday Trivia Night
Shamrock | 6pm | Free
Cap off the weekend with a classic pub trivia night at one of Wichita's go-to neighborhood bars.
In an attempt to make sure you have the BEST weekend possible, in addition to the events we send, we will be sending out a KAKE First Alert Wichita Life - Weekend Planner so you know what to expect from your local weather!
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- Landon
